US President Trump and his allies have boosted federal spending for SpaceX, positioning Elon Musk’s company to profit from billions of dollars in new government contracts. Proponents argue that SpaceX has the best technology, supporting a significant increase in funding. According to Eric Lipton, a Times investigative reporter, this shift is largely due to government … Read more
Lebanon has warned of a potential “new war” with Israel after seven people were killed in recent Israeli strikes across the country. The death toll is the largest since November 27, when a ceasefire was imposed. Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said his country was at risk of being drawn into another conflict. Israeli Prime Minister … Read more
Elon Musk’s proposed budget cuts to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) have sparked concern among US fisheries scientists. The cuts, part of the Department of Government Efficiency’s (DOGE) plan, aim to reduce NOAA’s budget by an estimated 10%. This move has left industry experts worried about the long-term sustainability of America’s seafood industry. … Read more
BYD, a Chinese automaker, continues to gain ground in the electric vehicle market. Analysts predict its winning streak won’t end anytime soon. In the US, President Trump’s administration has imposed new tariffs on various products, including some from China. This move is likely to affect industries such as technology and manufacturing. On the opposite side … Read more
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has jailed opposition candidate Ekrem Imamoglu, fueling concerns over the country’s democratic future. Imamoglu, who received nearly 15 million votes to become the Republican People’s Party (CHP) candidate, was arrested despite a massive rally in support of him on March 23rd. Thousands of protesters took to the streets outside Istanbul’s … Read more
A recent study of over 340,000 people found that waist circumference is a stronger risk marker than BMI for obesity-related cancer in men. In contrast, the association was weaker in women. The study, which followed participants for 14 years, recorded around 18,000 obesity-related cancers. The researchers discovered that waist circumference is more reliable than BMI … Read more
GTA 6 is expected to have a significant impact on the gaming industry. According to Greg Rice, lead curator for Day of the Devs, the game will be a “big economic boost” and bring more people back into the ecosystem. Rockstar’s latest installment is also predicted to be the best game of the year, regardless. … Read more
Amazon’s 2025 Big Spring Sale is just around the corner, and the USA TODAY Shopping team has got you covered. Before the sale kicks off on Tuesday, March 25, we’ve compiled a list of top-selling deals on essential items like digital meat thermometers, smart scales, and more. Here are five must-shop deals that won’t be … Read more
Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya, his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi, and South Korean’s Cho Tae-yul agreed to promote mutual understanding and trust while tackling shared concerns in areas like aging, natural disasters, and the green economy. The trilateral cooperation aims to gain wider support for collaboration between Japan, China, and South Korea. The ministers also … Read more
Viktor Hovland’s win at the Valspar Championship marked a turning point in his career, but can it be a predictor of what’s to come? Golf.com’s writers break down Hovland’s comeback and look at potential Masters Cinderella stories. Hovland’s victory was a surprise, given his struggles since August 2023. However, he managed his game well, leaning … Read more